Wedgwood Furniture
British
Arguably the most celebrated of all English ceramics makers, Wedgwood was founded in 1759 by potter Josiah Wedgwood (1730–95) in Staffordshire, which was home at one time to hundreds of pottery workshops. The company is famed for its Jasperware — molded neoclassical stoneware vases, plates and other pieces inspired by ancient cameo glass, featuring white figures, scenes and decorative elements set in relief on a matte-colored background. The best-known background hue is light blue, but Wedgwood’s iconic silhouettes also appear on green, lilac, yellow, black and even white grounds. Some antique Wedgwood dinnerware pieces and other items feature three or more colors.
The Wedgwood firm first came to prominence for its tableware, which quickly gained favor in aristocratic households throughout Britain and Europe. In 1765, Wedgwood was commissioned to create a cream-colored earthenware service for Queen Charlotte, consort of King George III. The queen was so thrilled with her new china that Wedgwood was given permission to call himself “Potter to Her Majesty,” and the decorative style became known as Queen’s Ware.
Not to be outdone, Catherine the Great of Russia commissioned her own set of Wedgwood china in 1773. Nearly 200 years later, the firm created a 1,200-piece service for the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II. In recent years, leading designers including Jasper Conran and Vera Wang have collaborated with Wedgwood — in the tradition of such distinguished 18th-century artists such as the painter George Stubbs and metalsmith Matthew Boulton.
From plates and other dinnerware to decorative items like urns, cachepots and candlesticks, Wedgwood designs lend a traditional air to Anglophile interiors. And even if you have to make your own tea, you may find it comforting to sip it from a delicate cup that was manufactured in the same Stoke-on-Trent kiln that produced Her Majesty’s tea service. Be sure to keep your pinky raised.
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Creator: Wedgwood
Pair of Antique Wedgwood Creamware Neoclassical Tureens England Circa 1820
By Wedgwood
Located in Katonah, NY
A pair of Wedgwood creamware sauce tureens with original attached underplates and spoons, made circa 1820 in the refined Neoclassical style popular during the Regency era.
Each turee...
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Early 19th Century English Neoclassical Antique Wedgwood Furniture
Materials
Creamware
Rum Kettle, Wedgwood, circa 1780
By Wedgwood
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
A n excellent rum kettle in black basalt, with engine-turned decoration and applied swags. The lion finial sits well under teh tri-arc handle.
Rum kettle were used to serve hot wate...
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Late 18th Century English Neoclassical Antique Wedgwood Furniture
Materials
Stoneware
Wedgwood Crimson Jasperware Pitcher
By Wedgwood
Located in New Orleans, LA
This striking Wedgwood crimson dip bas-relief covered jug features an applied white jasper neoclassical decoration of grapevines bordering the rim. De...
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20th Century English Neoclassical Wedgwood Furniture
Materials
Pottery
Flame Fairyland Lustre Vase: Tree Serpent
By Wedgwood, Daisy Makeig-Jones
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
A tall, well-proportioned vase in Flame Fairyland Lustre, decorated with Tree Serpent pattern and Imps on a Bridge (pattern Z5360).
Exhibited: Wedgwood, Master Potter to the Univers...
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1920s English Art Deco Vintage Wedgwood Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
19th Century Wedgwood Oak Leaf Center Bowl
By Wedgwood
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
A shallow Wedgwood center bowl beautifully hand-painted with a mesmerizing design of oak leaves and acorns swirling around a pinecone at the center. The artist is unidentified but ha...
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Mid-19th Century English Arts and Crafts Antique Wedgwood Furniture
Materials
Pottery
Wedgwood Fairyland Lustre Pillar Vase
By Wedgwood
Located in New Orleans, LA
Fairyland Lustre Pillar Vase
Wedgwood
Circa 1920
One of the earliest Fairyland Lustre motifs, this Pillar pattern vase by Wedgwood features the fantastical Isle of the Genii, popula...
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20th Century English Wedgwood Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Set of Twelve Wedgwood Lunch Plates
By Wedgwood
Located in Essex, MA
Retailed by Ovington Brothers. Circular with fruit and floral border and powder blue interior. Gold edge.
Category
1930s English Art Deco Vintage Wedgwood Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Basalt Portrait Medallion, Oliver Cromwell, Wedgwood, circa 1775
By Wedgwood
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
A self-framing portrait medallion of Oliver Cromwell, MP: rebel, regicide, suppressor of Ireland, persecutor of Catholics, and Dictator. He was posthum...
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Late 18th Century English Neoclassical Antique Wedgwood Furniture
Materials
Stoneware
19th Century Wedgwood Basalt Pout-Pourri Vase
By Wedgwood
Located in Kitzbühel, Tirol
Original Wedgwood basalt pout-pouri vase in classic blue and white decor in 2 parts. Stamped in the bottom Wedgwood. Slightly used. About 1863.
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1860s English Victorian Antique Wedgwood Furniture
Materials
Pottery
Three Wedgwood Bone China Nautilus Collection Shells
By Wedgwood
Located in Doraville, GA
Three beautiful bone china gloss white glazed shells by Wedgwood. The shell designs were part of the "Nautilus Collection" and the pieces were made in England. The half shell measure...
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Late 20th Century English American Classical Wedgwood Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Anniversary Vase, Wedgwood, 1930
By Wedgwood
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
Some fifty of these vases were made in 1930 to mark the 200th anniversary of the birth of Josiah Wedgwood. The inscription reads: CC post natum conditorem anno viget ars Etruriae red...
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1930s English Neoclassical Revival Vintage Wedgwood Furniture
Materials
Pottery
Antique Wedgwood Basalt Bust of Homer
By Wedgwood
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
An antique Wedgwood black basalt bust of Homer.
This Grand Tour style sculpture is a very stylish depiction of the scholar.
This English bust depicts the legendary poet and author Homer who is presumed to have penned the two of ancient Greece’s most epic poems: the Iliad and the Odyssey. Scholars are uncertain whether or not Homer actually existed but if he in fact did exist, Homer would be regarded as one of the greatest literary artists of his time.
At over 160 years old, this Homer bust...
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Mid-19th Century English Grand Tour Antique Wedgwood Furniture
Materials
Stone
Small Teapot in Caneware with Spaniel Finial. Wedgwood, circa 1820
By Wedgwood
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
An unglazed caneware teapot of depressed oval shape, with arabesque decoration and a spaniel finial.
Wedgwood caneware is a type of pottery that w...
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1820s English Neoclassical Antique Wedgwood Furniture
Materials
Stoneware
Salad bowl Wedgwood pale green jasper collection
By Wedgwood
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Unsual salad bowl with cutlery in wedgwood pale green jasper collection ,style neoclassical
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Early 1900s English Neoclassical Antique Wedgwood Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Wedgwood & Sons Etruria, Japanese Subject Tiles, C. 1875
By Wedgwood
Located in Norton, MA
Antique Wedgwood & Sons Etruria, Japanese Subject Tiles, England, c. 1875, molded maker's marks, tiles 8 x 8, frames 9 1/4 x 9 1/4 in.
The identified items...
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1880s Antique Wedgwood Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Group of seven portrait medallions, Wedgwood, circa 1780
By Wedgwood
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
Set of seven jasperware medallions, one a double portrait. Two are bright yellow, a very rare colour indeed. They show: Hadrian - Titus - Caligula Marcus Arelius &; Julius Ceasar Did...
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Late 19th Century English Neoclassical Revival Antique Wedgwood Furniture
Materials
Pottery
Wedgwood Creamware Set of Three Baskets, Graduated in Size, England Circa 1830
By Wedgwood
Located in Katonah, NY
This set of three creamware baskets was made by Wedgwood in England circa 1830.
Each basket is beautifully crafted and slightly larger than the one before, creating a graceful, gradu...
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Early 19th Century Country Antique Wedgwood Furniture
Materials
Creamware
Framed Modern Wedgwood Basalt Stoneware Tablet after Stubbs, Frightened Horse
By Wedgwood
Located in Asheville, NC
Barlaston, Staffordshire, 1973, molded, stepped, oval form with bas-relief depiction of a horse cowering from an imposing lion, impressed "WEDGWOOD" recto, "WEDGWOOD/MADE IN ENGLAND/...
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1970s English Neoclassical Vintage Wedgwood Furniture
Materials
Stoneware
Pair of Flaxman Ewers in Black Basalt. Wedgwood C1830.
By Wedgwood
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
One of the iconic early wedgwood pieces, the pair of ewers Sacred to Neptune & Sacred to Bacchus was designed by Flaxman in the 1780s for Josiah Wedgwood. They have remained popular ...
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Early 19th Century English Neoclassical Antique Wedgwood Furniture
Materials
Stoneware
Encaustic Painted Cup and Saucer in Black Basalt, Wedgwood C1790
By Wedgwood
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
Black basalt, with rope handle and encaustic decoration of lines & anthemion, in imitation of early Greek pottery. Early encaustic examples are rar...
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Late 18th Century English Neoclassical Antique Wedgwood Furniture
Materials
Stoneware
Four-Piece Jasperware Wedgwood Set, c. 1950's
By Wedgwood
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elegant four-piece set of jasperware vases by Wedgwood with great detail all around depicting classical imagery/scenes and botanical figures.
Made in England, c. 1950's. Signed "Wed...
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1950s English Vintage Wedgwood Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Wedgwood Majolica Sardinia Sardine Box
By Wedgwood
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
Wedgwood Majolica sardine box which features a fishing boat named 'SARDINIA', with fish in nets at either end. An anchor forms the handle. Colouration: brown, blue, grey, are predomi...
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1880s Antique Wedgwood Furniture
Materials
Majolica
Pair of Framed Wedgwood Circular Plaques, circa 1875
By Wedgwood
Located in New York, NY
Pair of framed Wedgwood circular plaques, circa 1875.
Marked 'Wedgwood' on the verso.
Category
1870s English Antique Wedgwood Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Wedgwood Majolica Shell-Form Spoon Warmer, Circa 1872
By Wedgwood
Located in Downingtown, PA
Wedgwood Majolica shell-form spoon warmer,
circa 1872.
The warmer is naturalistically modeled as a large shell in sky blue and amaranth.
Marks: Script in red M2954 and M below also...
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Late 19th Century English Arts and Crafts Antique Wedgwood Furniture
Materials
Majolica
Pair of Light Blue Jasperware Wedgwood Candlesticks, c. 1920's
By Wedgwood
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of elegant light blue and white jasperware Wedgwood candlesticks with great detail all around depicting classical imagery and botanical figures.
Made in England, c. 1920's.
*S...
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1920s English Vintage Wedgwood Furniture
Materials
Pottery
Black basalt figure of Bacchus. Wedgwood C1780.
By Wedgwood
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
Exceptionally rare early figure of Bacchus in black basalt. The mixed-case mark places this figure between 1780 and 1785.
He is portrayed in typical style, his head garlanded with grapes and with a wine cup to his lips.
Bacchus, also known as Dionysus in Greek mythology, is the enigmatic god of wine, fertility, and ritual madness. He symbolizes freedom, ecstasy, and the blurring of societal norms through his rituals and festivities. Bacchus is often depicted in myths as a deity who challenges the status quo, promoting an atmosphere where conventional rules do not apply, and his followers are liberated from their everyday constraints.
Born from Zeus and the mortal Semele, Bacchus is unique among gods, bridging the divide between the divine and the human. His followers included the wild and ecstatic maenads, female devotees who often reached states of divine frenzy, and the satyrs, mischievous half-man, half-goat beings. The worship of Bacchus was marked by theatrical processions, dances, and plays, reflecting his patronage of the theater and the dramatic arts.
Bacchus’s mythology...
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1780s English Neoclassical Antique Wedgwood Furniture
Materials
Stoneware
Three-Piece Jasperware Wedgwood Set, c. 1950's
By Wedgwood
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elegant three-piece set of jasperware by Wedgwood with great detail all around depicting classical imagery/scenes and botanical figures.
Made in England, c. 1950's.
Signed "Wedgwood"...
Category
1950s English Vintage Wedgwood Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
English 19th c. Neo-Classical St. Wedgwood, White Jasperware & Giltwood Plaque
By Wedgwood
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A beautiful and very unique English 19th century Neo-Classical st. Wedgwood and white Jasperware plaque of Apollo, framed within an Italian patinated and Giltwood frame. This action-...
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19th Century English Neoclassical Antique Wedgwood Furniture
Materials
Porcelain, Giltwood
Pair of Bacchantes in Black Basalt. Wedgwood C1860.
By Wedgwood
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
Perhaps the most complex work in black basalt undertaken on any scale by Wedgwood, the Bacchantes, are adapted from sculptures by Clodion. A large and impressive pair, ful of vigour ...
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Mid-19th Century English Neoclassical Antique Wedgwood Furniture
Materials
Stoneware
Wedgwood Crimson Covered Jug
By Wedgwood
Located in New Orleans, LA
A lovely crimson jasperware jug by Wedgwood, featuring an applied white jasper neoclassical decoration of acanthus leaves and grapes bordering the rim. ...
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Late 19th Century English Neoclassical Antique Wedgwood Furniture
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery
Wedgwood Tazza Very Decorative with 3 Dolphins Stand, 19th Century
By Wedgwood
Located in Paris, FR
This Wedgwood tazza is decorative Delphin is a brightly decorated compote presented as a large clamshell mounted on three dolphins on a three-point bas...
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1860s British Antique Wedgwood Furniture
Materials
Majolica
Four Antique Wedgwood Creamware Plates for Dessert or Salad England Circa 1815
By Wedgwood
Located in Katonah, NY
Made in England in the early 19th century, circa 1815, these Wedgwood dessert or salad dishes are a beautiful and sophisticated set.
The creamware body, peach-colored border, and 18t...
Category
Early 19th Century Antique Wedgwood Furniture
Materials
Creamware
Wedgwood Creamware Specimen Plate with Iris Plant
By Wedgwood
Located in Downingtown, PA
Wedgwood Creamware Specimen Plate with Iris Plant,
1862.
The creamware Wedgwood pottery plate is painted in the central well with four Iris plants- two open and two closed- on their...
Category
1860s English Aesthetic Movement Antique Wedgwood Furniture
Materials
Ceramic, Creamware, Pottery
Tobacco Jar, by Keith Murray for Wedgwood, circa 1930
By Wedgwood
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
One of Murray's particularly successful designs, the Tobacco Jar stands as a testament to the singular beauty of line and form, with no need for additional decoration. This example i...
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1930s English Art Deco Vintage Wedgwood Furniture
Materials
Stoneware
Huge cider mug, Wedgwood, circa 1790
By Wedgwood
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
An oversized cider mug, in black basalt, with a Sheffield Plate rim. Probably not intended for use, but as an advertising gimmick; being intended to be put in the window of a tavern....
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Late 18th Century English Neoclassical Antique Wedgwood Furniture
Materials
Stoneware
Set Fifteen Framed Wedgwood Blue Jasper Stoneware Horse Medallions after Stubbs
By Wedgwood
Located in Asheville, NC
British and American, 19th/early 20th century, fifteen Wedgwood solid blue jasper ware two inch medallions, each depicting an individual horse in a unique pose, modeled by Edward Bir...
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1910s English Neoclassical Vintage Wedgwood Furniture
Materials
Stoneware
Creamware Portrait of Shakespeare, Wedgwood, circa 1785
By Wedgwood
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
A style of portrait previously unknown, this extraordinarily deep bust of Shakespeare is in creamware, with a cold painted background.
William Sha...
Category
Late 18th Century English Neoclassical Antique Wedgwood Furniture
Materials
Earthenware
Basket-Weave Teapot in Black Basalt, Wedgwood C1790
By Wedgwood
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
A most attractive and unusual teapot in black basalt, moulded with basket-weave decoration and interlocking arches.
Exhibited: Wedgwood, Master Potter ...
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Late 18th Century English Neoclassical Antique Wedgwood Furniture
Materials
Stoneware
Antique Wedgwood Daisy Makeig-Jones Fairyland Lustre Fish-Themed Porcelain Bowl
By Wedgwood, Daisy Makeig-Jones
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique English lustreware porcelain bowl.
By Wedgwood.
Pattern no. Z4920.
Designed by Daisy Makeig-Jones.
With a mottled light blue exterior and mottled celadon exterior ...
Category
20th Century British Art Deco Wedgwood Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Wedgwood Tricolor Diceware Bough Pots
By Wedgwood
Located in New Orleans, LA
Crafted by Wedgwood, this pair of tricolor bough pots features a graphic design in the famed English porcelain firm’s highly desirable and rare diceware motif. Sage green quatrefoil stars against white porcelain squares alternate with brilliant blue squares in a checkered pattern, lending this piece a complex woven aesthetic. Tricolor jasperware...
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18th Century English Antique Wedgwood Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Victoriaware campana Vase in White with Gilt Decoration. Wedgwood C1880.
By Wedgwood
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
A campana vase in white & gilt Victoriaware. Victoriaware was a mixture of parian and creamware, used to create these extraordinary vases featuring Sevres-style decoration on classic...
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Late 19th Century English Neoclassical Antique Wedgwood Furniture
Materials
Other
Basalt Cider Mug with Sheffield Plate Rim, Wedgwood, circa 1790
By Wedgwood
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
An excellent cider mug with oak leaf decoration, and a silver rim, most likely Sheffield plate.
Category
Late 18th Century English Neoclassical Antique Wedgwood Furniture
Materials
Stoneware
Boat Race Bowl, by Eric Ravilious, Wedgwood 1973
By Wedgwood
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
The 1973 re-issue of The Boat Race Bowl, designed by Eric Ravilous in the 1930s. His designs were not made by Wedgwood until the 1950s, on account of war...
Category
Late 20th Century English Art Deco Wedgwood Furniture
Materials
Creamware
Campana Vase in White & Gilt Victoriaware, Wedgwood circa 1880
By Wedgwood
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
A marvellous combination of Wedgwood's traditional neoclassical style, in the form of a campana vase; which has been decorated in High Victorian style with gilt and bronzing.
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Late 19th Century English High Victorian Antique Wedgwood Furniture
Materials
Stoneware
Inlaid Black Basalt Jug & Stand, Wedgwood, circa 1860
By Wedgwood
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
An ale jug and matching tray, in black basalt with inlaid coloured decoration; a style known as Henri Deux. This stylle is a revival of an 18th century technique, in which designs ar...
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Mid-19th Century English Neoclassical Antique Wedgwood Furniture
Materials
Stoneware
3 Wedgwood Bowls
By Wedgwood
Located in New York, NY
3 Wedgwood creamware serving bowls with matching platters. The pierced rim bowl with a molded weave pattern having an accompanying platter of similar design.
Category
18th Century Antique Wedgwood Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Potpourri in Cobalt Jasperware, Wedgwood, circa 1820
By Wedgwood
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
A broad, flat potpourri in cobalt jasper dip, with a tall pierced cover.
Category
Mid-19th Century English Neoclassical Antique Wedgwood Furniture
Materials
Pottery
Encaustic Painted Teapot in Black Basalt, Wedgwood C1780
By Wedgwood
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
A rare and stunning example of neo-classical decoration on an ordinary househuld object: a teapot. The decoration is restrained yet lively, and makes excellent use of classical figur...
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Late 18th Century English Neoclassical Antique Wedgwood Furniture
Materials
Stoneware
Set of Majolica Plates from Andre Leon Talley's Private Collection
By Wedgwood
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This exclusive collection of 8 Majolica plates comes from the private collection of the legendary fashion icon André Leon Talley, offering a rare opportunity to own a piece of his cu...
Category
20th Century English Wedgwood Furniture
Materials
Clay
Encaustic Painted Cup & Saucer, Wedgwood, circa 1820
By Wedgwood
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
A particularly fine example of a cup and saucer in the neoclassical style, simply decorated with a red line and a '"Leaf & Berry" motif.
The "leaf and berry" motif is a design element that is often found in neoclassical architecture and decorative arts. It features stylized leaves and berries arranged in a symmetrical pattern. This motif is commonly found on friezes, cornices, and other architectural elements, as well as on furniture, ceramics, and other decorative objects. It is associated with the neoclassical period, which began in the late 18th century and was characterized by a renewed interest in the classical art and architecture of ancient Greece and Rome...
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Early 19th Century English Neoclassical Antique Wedgwood Furniture
Materials
Stoneware
English Majolica Strawberry & Grapes Plate Wedgwood Circa 1930
By Wedgwood
Located in Austin, TX
English Majolica Strawberry & Grapes Plate Wedgwood Circa 1930.
White and silver.
8.8 inches.
Category
1930s English Victorian Vintage Wedgwood Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Pair of Rosso Antico Candlesticks, Wedgwood, circa 1820
By Wedgwood
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
A rare pair of bell shaped candlesticks in rosso antico, with black decoration of ‘Boys at Play’.
Category
Early 19th Century English Neoclassical Antique Wedgwood Furniture
Materials
Stoneware
Pair of framed Roundels in Black Jasperware, Wedgwood, circa 1920
By Wedgwood
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
An exceptionally fine pair of roundels in black jasperware, decorated with two images of Cupid: The first sharpening his arrows; the second, of him st...
Category
Early 20th Century English Neoclassical Wedgwood Furniture
Materials
Stoneware
Wedgwood Pale Blue Jasperware Coffee Cup and Saucer Set
By Wedgwood
Located in New Orleans, LA
Crafted by Wedgwood, this exquisite and rare assembled coffee cup and saucer set are comprised of the firm’s famous pale “Wedgwood blue” jasperwar...
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18th Century English Neoclassical Antique Wedgwood Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Millie Taplin Art Deco Wedgwood Floral Painted Cream Jug
By Wedgwood
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A very fine and stylish Art Deco Wedgwood floral painted cream jug by renowned designed Millicent (Millie) Jane Taplin (British, 1902-1980) and dating from around 1930.
Millie was a renowned painter of ceramics who was trained by Alfred and Louise Powell and spent most of her career working at Wedgwood becoming one of the main designers at Wedgwood.
The tall and elegant helmet shaped cream stands on a round pedestal base and made in a drab (cane ware...
Category
1930s English Art Deco Vintage Wedgwood Furniture
Materials
Pottery
Oenocho, Wedgwood, C1770
By Wedgwood
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
A splendid miniature oenochoe in creamware, decorated to simulate porphyry. Much of the original gilding still remains; all too often gilding from this period has worn off, or has be...
Category
Late 18th Century English Neoclassical Antique Wedgwood Furniture
Materials
Creamware
Basalt Portrait Medallion, William of Orange, Wedgwood, circa 1785
By Wedgwood
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
A self-framing portrait medallion of William of Orange. The mixed-vase mark dates this example firmly in the 1780s. Wedgwood produced a number of co...
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Late 18th Century English Neoclassical Antique Wedgwood Furniture
Materials
Stoneware
Wedgwood Black Basalt Figure of Cupid
By Wedgwood
Located in New Orleans, LA
An important homage to love, this large black basalt figure is an impressive example of Wedgwood's artistry and imagination. Cupid, the ancient Roman god of love, is standing amongst billowing clouds with a pair of doves at his feet. Gazing towards earth with one hand shielding his eyes, the other hand holds an arrow. His bow and quiver rest at his side, ready to take aim. "CUPID" is etched into the base.
Considered a crowning achievement of Wedgwood, black basalt was created by blending manganese with an iron-oxide rich slurry procured from coal mines called carr. In addition to the impressive color, this combination also provided additional strength and solidity. While it initially proved challenging to fire because of its weight, that same characteristic was advantageous in creating ornaments, lending stability to library...
Category
19th Century English Antique Wedgwood Furniture
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
Wedgwood furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
Wedgwood furniture are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of ceramic and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Wedgwood furniture, although gray editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original furniture by Wedgwood were created in the neoclassical style in europe during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider furniture by Copeland, Josiah Wedgwood, and Chelsea Porcelain. Prices for Wedgwood furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $65 and can go as high as $285,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $966.
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Questions About Wedgwood Furniture
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022To tell if Wedgwood is real, study the mark of the brand. Ensure that the name is spelled properly with just one "E" and that the letters and logo are crisp and clear. Also, examine the white accents on the piece. If they seem flat and painted on, they are likely fake, as they appear raised on genuine Wedgwood. You'll find a range of expertly vetted Wedgwood on 1stDibs.
- Is Wedgwood still being made?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Yes, Wedgwood is still being made as of December 2021. The company produces fine china and porcelain decorative objects. Potter Josiah Wedgwood founded it on May 1, 1759, in Stoke-on-Trent, England. Today, the Finnish company Fiskars Group owns it. You'll find a collection of Wedgwood on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024To tell how old your Wedgwood is, examine it for markings. Most Wedgwood pieces bear factory marks in an inconspicuous area, such as on the bottom or back. By comparing these markings to trusted online resources, you can usually get a rough idea of a piece’s age. For assistance with dating a particular piece, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or experienced dealer. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of Wedgwood pottery.
- How can you tell Wedgwood?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024To tell Wedgwood apart from other makers, familiarize yourself with the markings used by the company over the years. You can usually find images of them on trusted online resources. Wedgwood typically etched its markings directly onto its pieces, so unlike paper labels, the hallmarks typically remain intact even on older items. By searching your piece for the appropriate markings, you can usually determine whether Wedgwood produced it. If you'd like an expert opinion, a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer can assist you. Explore a diverse assortment of Wedgwood china and porcelain.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024Where Wedgwood china is made today varies. The majority of the British manufacturer's pieces come from factories in Indonesia. However, some of its high-end figurines and china still originate from workshops in the United Kingdom. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of Wedgwood china.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024Yes, some antique Wedgwood is worth something. Jasperware produced during the 19th century and limited edition antique pieces are especially attractive to collectors. Generally, the type, style, age and condition will determine the value of Wedgwood china. A certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer can provide an estimated value for your piece. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of Wedgwood china.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022It depends. The majority of Wedgwood products are made in Indonesia, with select high-end products like hand-painted figurines and the brand’s iconic blue and white china still being made in the UK. You can find antique and contemporary Wedgwood pieces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024The difference between Wedgewood and Wedgwood is in the design associations of the two words. Wedgwood is perhaps most commonly associated with the Wedgwood company. Arguably the most celebrated of all English ceramics makers, Wedgwood was founded in 1759 by potter Josiah Wedgwood in Staffordshire, which was then home to hundreds of pottery workshops. The company is famed for its pieces inspired by ancient cameo glass, including Jasperware, molded Neoclassical stoneware vases, plates and other objects. These feature white figures, scenes and decorative elements set in relief on a matte-colored background. Generally, Wedgwood and Wedgewood are both surnames and the names of cities. You can find towns called Wedgwood in the UK, Texas and Washington state, and places named Wedgewood in Michigan and numerous Canadian provinces. Explore a variety of Wedgwood pottery on 1stDibs.
- Where is Wedgwood from?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Wedgwood is from Stoke-on-Trent, UK. Josiah Wedgwood founded it there in 1759. The company continues to produce its porcelain, china and other products at factories in the surrounding area. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of Wedgwood decorative objects.
- Is there black Wedgwood?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, there are black Wedgwood pieces. While Wedgwood china and porcelain is best known for its signature blue and white, some Wedgwood pieces are available in black and other colors as well. Shop a wide selection of Wedgwood collectibles on 1stDibs.
- What is the history of Wedgwood?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Wedgwood is a fine china and porcelain manufacturer. Established in 1759 by Josiah Wedgwood in England, Wedgwood is known for its unglazed stoneware that features contrasting colors. Find a variety of Wedgwood fine china from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is the Wedgwood mark?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Wedgwood marks changed many times from the manufacturer's founding in 1759 until today. Very early pieces often say "Wedgwood and Bentley," while most pieces made from 1769 to 1929 say "Wedgwood" in block letters. In 1929, the brand began to use a serif script. On 1stDibs, find a selection of expertly vetted Wedgwood.
- How do I date Wedgwood?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To date Wedgwood, locate the potter's marks. Find the marks in an authoritative online reference to estimate the date. Because many replicas of authentic Wedgwood exist, consider using the services of a licensed appraiser for authentication. Shop a large collection of expertly vetted Wedgwood on 1stDibs.
- Is Wedgwood valuable?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024Whether Wedgwood is valuable varies. Some pieces may be worth only slightly more than the initial price paid for them, while others may have appreciated in value considerably due to their style, type, age and rarity. Some of the most highly sought-after types of Wedgwood include Queen's Ware, Jasperware, Black Basalt, Majolica and Fairyland Lustre pieces. The condition of a particular piece will also contribute to its value. To get an estimate of how much your Wedgwood is worth, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of Wedgwood pieces.
- What is a Wedgwood plate?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A Wedgwood plate is a flat round dish produced by Wedgwood, a manufacturer based in Stoke-on-Trent, UK, that opened in 1759. Depending on the design, the plates may function purely as decorative objects or be suitable for serving food. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Wedgwood plates.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024To identify Wedgwood patterns, research your piece or work with a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. If you'd like to complete the identification process yourself, you can try snapping a photo of the pattern and performing a reverse image search to find a match. Should you be unsuccessful, browse image galleries of Wedgwood patterns hosted on trusted online resources, looking for your pattern. Explore a selection of Wedgwood china on 1stDibs.
- Is Wedgwood bone china?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Wedgwood is bone china. According to its website, bone china is considered one of the most refined and luxurious materials for table use, no matter what the meal or occasion. Wedgwood has a long history of high-quality and luxurious bone china. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic bone china pieces from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Jasperware was first created by Josiah Wedgwood in the 1770s and can be described as stoneware that has a matte finish. It is from the Wedgwood company so the difference is that Wedgwood is a term used to describe the company and all products it produces, while Jasperware is a line of fine stoneware produced by the company. Shop a collection of Wedgwood Jasperware from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Wedgwood jewelry is made of unglazed vitreous stoneware called jasperware. Settings are marcasite, steel, gold or silver, depending on the piece. Shop an assortment of Wedgwood jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The numbers on Wedgwood tell you which catalog edition first featured the piece. You can use the information to identify the style name and approximate date of Wedgwood. On 1stDibs, you can shop a variety of expertly vetted Wedgwood ceramics.
- What is Wedgwood Blue in Jasperware?2 Answers1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Blue Wedgwood Jasperware is a type of intricately detailed, matte pottery with an unglazed finish. Its pale blue color has been affectionately called ‘Wedgwood blue’. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic blue Wedgwood Jasperware from some of the world’s top sellers.1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Wedgwood blue is a distinct pale blue that’s commonly used in Jasperware. Jasperware is a type of pottery developed in England during the late 18th century by Josiah Wedgwood. Shop a collection of antique Jasperware from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Wedgwood blue is a color named after its appearance on jasperware pottery. It is a soft gray-ish toned blue. It would often be accented by white decoration on the pottery. Shop a range of Wedgwood blue jasperware from top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is green Wedgwood called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Green Wedgwood is called jasperware. Josiah Wedgwood created the first jasperware pieces in 1775. In addition to green, the pottery comes in pale blue, dark blue, black, yellow and lavender colors. On 1stDibs, find a selection of jasperware decorative objects.
- What is black Wedgwood called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Black Wedgwood pieces were also known as basaltes ware or black basaltes, manufactured by Josiah Wedgwood and named after the volcanic rock basalt. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Wedgwood Black Basalt pieces from some of the top sellers around the world.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024To tell how old a Wedgwood is, start by examining its markings. Because the marks the British maker added to its pieces changed over the years, the style and wording of what appears on your piece can help you date it. Refer to trusted online resources for images of Wedgwood's historic marks and then compare them to what's found on your item to narrow down the production date to a specific time frame. From there, you can explore Wedgwood catalogues and image galleries for the years within that period, looking for pieces that match yours to further narrow down the range of potential manufacturing dates. Alternatively, you can use the services of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer, who can date your Wedgwood piece for you. Find a diverse assortment of Wedgwood pottery on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Wedgwood does indeed still make Jasperware. SInce its inception in 1775, Josiah Wedgwood’s unglazed pottery has stood the test of time, and are still being produced at the Staffordshire factory with other Wedgwood wares. You’ll find a variety of Wedgwood products from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To clean black basalt Wedgwood, dust it regularly with a soft, lint-free cloth. Over time, black basalt forms a beautiful natural patina on the surface, which can be lost when washed with water. On 1stDib, Shop a collection of black basalt Wedgwood pieces from top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To clean Wedgwood jasper ware, fill your sink with warm water and mild dish soap. Submerge the jasper ware and allow it to soak for a few minutes. Then, wipe it with a soft sponge, rinse with warm water and dry with a cloth. Find a large selection of Wedgwood jasper ware on 1stDibs.